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Who is Dr. Fontes Aguiar, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Manchester, NH?
Dr. Luisa Fontes Aguiar, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Manchester, NH with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Fontes Aguiar graduated from Faculdade de Medicina de Bahia and completed her residency at Baystate Medical Center/Tufts University School of Medicine Program. Dr. Fontes Aguiar is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fontes Aguiar’s office at (603) 695-2500.
Where did Dr. Fontes Aguiar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baystate Medical Center/Tufts University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Faculdade de Medicina de Bahia
What languages does Dr. Fontes Aguiar speak?
Dr. Fontes Aguiar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Fontes Aguiar typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Fontes Aguiar diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Fontes Aguiar. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Gender Dysphoria
- Gender incongruence
- Gender identity issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Hyperglycemia
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Short Stature in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Underactive Thyroid at Birth
- Neonatal Hypothyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
Also known as:
- Early Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
Also known as:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis
- Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Underactive Pituitary Gland
- Pituitary Disorder
- Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
- Isolated growth hormone deficiency
- Hypopituitarism
- Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
- Low Pituitary Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E230: Hypopituitarism
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Fontes Aguiar typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Fontes Aguiar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Fontes Aguiar. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Fontes Aguiar accept my insurance?
Dr. Fontes Aguiar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (603) 695-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fontes Aguiar accept in Manchester, NH?
Dr. Fontes Aguiar in Manchester, NH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
BMC Health System
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fontes Aguiar's office located?
Dr. Luisa Fontes Aguiar's Primary Practice
100 Hitchcock Way
Manchester, NH 03104
(603) 695-2500
What is Dr. Fontes Aguiar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fontes Aguiar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164781704.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fontes Aguiar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fontes Aguiar
What is Dr. Luisa Fontes Aguiar's specialty?
Dr. Fontes Aguiar is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Manchester, NH.
What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.
Is this Dr. Luisa Fontes Aguiar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fontes Aguiar is affiliated with Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Luisa Fontes Aguiar accepting new patients in Manchester, NH?
Yes, Dr. Luisa Fontes Aguiar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luisa Fontes Aguiar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fontes Aguiar's office at (603) 695-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luisa Fontes Aguiar?
Please contact Dr. Fontes Aguiar's office at (603) 695-2500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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